Functional Medicine Goes To The Root Of The Problem
The status quo of medical practice is so deeply rooted in society that most people would not think of treatment options other than drugs, in treating chronic conditions or preventing …
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Do you and your husband want a baby girl?
New American research has found that women who experience stress during their pregnancy are more likely to give birth to a girl than a boy, as well as have a …
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Mental Health Help Is Hard To Reach Out For
This week, I read a moving post on social media by a friend of mine describing his struggles with mental health. I was surprised, because I had no idea that …
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Why You Should Know About Confinement Centres In Malaysia
By Dr H Krishna Kumar and Hairil Fadzly Md Akir Confinement practices are traditional post-natal practices for mothers after they deliver their baby. The mothers are said to be in confinement as there …
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Is It Safe To Anaesthetise A Child With A Cold?
An upper respiratory tract infection or a cold is the most common health problem encountered during childhood. Almost 95% of upper respiratory tract infections are caused by viruses – over …
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Study: Cancer Drug Trials And Approvals In The EU May Be Biased
Around half of trials that supported new cancer drug approvals in Europe between 2014 and 2016 were judged to be at high risk of bias. This indicates that treatment effects …
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Young Survivor Urges Young Women and Men to Get Checked
When Ashwini Sivananthan felt a lump in her right breast, she knew almost instinctively that something wasn’t right. She promptly made an appointment to see her physician who then referred …
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Breast Cancer Survivor Pays It Forward By Supporting Others
Adeline Joseph has been cancer-free for over 20 years and every year, after her annual doctor’s appointment, she is thankful that she still has her life. She was diagnosed with …
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Vegans In Malaysia Now Have A Vegan District For Their Grocery Shopping
A few years ago, being vegan in Malaysia meant stocking up on fruits, veg, nuts, pulses, and little else. Few stores catered to vegans, and finding plant-based, cruelty-free products in …
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Eating Mushrooms Might Lower Your Prostate Cancer Risk
New Japanese research has suggested that regularly eating mushrooms could help lower a man’s risk of prostate cancer. Led by researchers at University School of Public Health in Japan, the …
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Examining The Stigma Of Mental Illness
“Mental illness only happens to certain kind of people.” “People with mental illness are violent and unpredictable.” “Mental illness is caused by a personal weakness.” “Mental illness is incurable and …
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More Malaysians Are Suffering Heart Attacks At A Younger Age
By Dr Nandakumar Ramakrishnan It’s a common misconception that heart attacks are for the old. But the 2014-2015 National Cardiovascular Disease Database – Acute Coronary Syndrome registry shows that Malaysians on …
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Checking Your Breasts Will Make A Difference
When it comes to breast cancer, early detection is everything. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in Malaysia – 1 in 30 will be diagnosed in their …
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The Economic Cost Of A Broken Heart
Relationship problems hurt. A heated quarrel with your partner, a painful separation or an affair that has come to light – all these things can cause sleepless nights, leaving you …
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Free Your Mind: 4 Lifestyle Changes For Your Better Mental Health
Oct 10 marked World Mental Health Day, which is celebrated every year to help raise awareness and support of mental health issues around the world. To help you take care …
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How To Overcome Vaccine Hesitancy In The Community
A vaccine is a biological product that provides and/or improves immunity to a specific disease. It typically contains an agent that resembles a disease-causing microorganism, and is often made from …
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The Link Between Osteoarthritis And Sugar Management
“Ah girl, don’t wait until it’s too late to take care of your health.” Most times, a mother’s words will go unheard unless you’ve experienced a life-changing health scare. But …
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Talking To Yourself? Here Are 5 Ways To Check Up On Your Inner Voice
Do you go through many moods each day? Are you upbeat one minute, but depressed the next? While you could have a chemical imbalance or true psychological problem, you might …
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Sweatband’s Fabric Resistance Bands Are A Hit
One of the key benefits of resistance bands is that they are so versatile and portable, which makes them a crucial piece of fitness equipment to cart along during one’s …
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Deal With Teeth Sensitivity At The Root
When you have sensitive teeth, the level of resulting discomfort ranges from mild to severe, depending on the condition. More worryingly, this condition can also be an early warning sign …
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